Included with this class:

Vogue Easy Options Misses Dress Pattern

A classic and versatile lined dress to fit any body type. Includes a fitted bust and princess seams for a flattering fit, with options for different sleeve lengths and a circular or straight skirt with a back slit. Can be made in almost any fabric to create the perfect summer, fall, or winter weight dress.

Pattern size measurements:

SIZE

6

8

10

12

Bust

30.5in (73cm)

31.5in (75cm)

32.5in (78cm)

34in (81cm)

SIZE

14

16

18

20

22

Chest

36in (87cm)

38in (92cm)

40n (97cm)

42in (102cm)

44in (107cm)

This pattern will be shipped directly to you by Vogue Patterns. Please allow 14 business days for U.S. shipments (international shipments will require additional time for delivery).

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The Couture Dress

From creating a muslin to adjusting fit and hand-stitching hems, Couturier Susan Khalje guides you step-by-step through couture sewing techniques!

Stop searching the ready-to-wear racks and learn how to sew a dress that fits like a dream! Once Susan Khalje teaches you these essential couture sewing techniques, you will have the skills to adapt the included Vogue pattern to create whatever dress you need - a swingy summer sleeveless, a classic winter-weight sheath with three-quarter sleeves or an elegant cocktail dress in seasonless black lace. Susan will help you construct a muslin and transfer the modifications to your pattern for a perfect fit, discover the magic of underlinings, achieve perfect set-in sleeves and finish your dress with flawless details like a hand-picked zipper.

Lesson 14. Lining

Lesson 15. Finishing Touches

"Susan Khalje is a wonderful teacher, who shares both her extraordinary knowledge and love of exquisite couture sewing in the most welcoming and confidence-building manner. I barely felt like I was taking this course online - it was as if Susan were in the room with me! The Craftsy platform makes it so easy to review techniques, take notes, take lessons over and over, and ask questions. Quite simply, this course changed the way I sew - and I love and enjoy it more than ever now!" - FiftydressesPennsylvania

Lesson 14. Lining

Lesson 15. Finishing Touches

Susan Khalje, Instructor of The Couture Dress

Couturier and author Susan Khalje received her professional training at the New York couture salon Chez Cez et Bez, and worked as a fashion designer and manufacturing supervisor on Seventh Avenue. The author of two books on fine garment sewing, Linen and Cotton and Bridal Couture, Susan established The Couture Sewing School in 1993 to teach fine sewing techniques across the country, and she annually takes a group of students to Paris for an insider's look at the couture arts. Susan, who lives and works in Baltimore, was recently honored with the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals' Lifetime Achievement Award.

Ratings & reviews

Class rating

(277 reviews)

So Far So Amazing!

by stacey.gr4849499 on July 6, 2015

Susan is probably my favourite teacher! I have over 20 craftsy classes and I genuinely find her so easy to learn from. She is full of a wealth of information and I have already learnt so much just from watching a small part of this so far. I wish there were many more classes taught by Susan! I am just past beginner stage but I feel that Susan has given me the knowledge to go on much further. Thank you Susan!!!

Susan is probably my favourite teacher! I have over 20 craftsy classes and I genuinely find her so easy to learn from. She is full of a wealth of information and I have already learnt so much just from watching a small part of this so far. I wish there were many more classes taught by Susan! I am just past beginner stage but I feel that Susan has given me the knowledge to go on much further. Thank you Susan!!!

Excellent Class!

by sojourn on June 16, 2015

I have now watched this class all the way through, and can't believe how much I have learned. I am only a beginner, but the techniques seem approachable, when they are explained by an instructor as engaging and detail oriented as Susan. This class has made me a believer in the couture approach.

I learned to hand-sew when I was quite young, and machine sew garments in high school. But, they never turned out very well. I learned the basics of operating a sewing machine, which I've ...

I have now watched this class all the way through, and can't believe how much I have learned. I am only a beginner, but the techniques seem approachable, when they are explained by an instructor as engaging and detail oriented as Susan. This class has made me a believer in the couture approach.

I learned to hand-sew when I was quite young, and machine sew garments in high school. But, they never turned out very well. I learned the basics of operating a sewing machine, which I've then used to make several quilts, but dressmaking was seemingly out of my league!

Until I took this class! I have three months to complete a dress for a black-tie event, and I really believe that I can do, thanks to this class. I will take it slow, one step at a time, just as she lays it out. The hand basting makes so much sense to me, as does the use of the sewing line versus the use of the cutting line as your reference. I don't know that I will use the full couture approach for every garment, but I will for several, and believe that I will end up with a few beautifully constructed and classic garments that will serve me well professionally.

Amazing Class

by vic on June 15, 2015

For many years, I have been a fan of Susan Khalje. This class is just spectacular. She is so generous with all the valuable information she packs into this format. I have always wanted to learn more about couture sewing. This is the place to be. It just could not be better. Thank you Ms Khalje. You are a gift.

For many years, I have been a fan of Susan Khalje. This class is just spectacular. She is so generous with all the valuable information she packs into this format. I have always wanted to learn more about couture sewing. This is the place to be. It just could not be better. Thank you Ms Khalje. You are a gift.

Worth Every Penny

by Denise Bowen on June 13, 2015

I am thoroughly enjoying this class! Ms. Khalje is a very pleasant teacher in many respects: pleasant voice, sense of humor, full of tips and encouragement. I have been sewing my entire life, have studied numerous books on the subject (hers, as well) and am benefiting greatly from the real-time, video aspect of this class. I have picked up new techniques and have had my questions answered in a very timely manner. Thank you, Ms. Khalje for a truly excellent, affordable class!

I am thoroughly enjoying this class! Ms. Khalje is a very pleasant teacher in many respects: pleasant voice, sense of humor, full of tips and encouragement. I have been sewing my entire life, have studied numerous books on the subject (hers, as well) and am benefiting greatly from the real-time, video aspect of this class. I have picked up new techniques and have had my questions answered in a very timely manner. Thank you, Ms. Khalje for a truly excellent, affordable class!

Couture Dress

by sarahprov4619422 on June 10, 2015

One of the best class I have ever purchased because it shows all different sewing techniques you read in patterns but don't know what they are. Money well spent!!!!

One of the best class I have ever purchased because it shows all different sewing techniques you read in patterns but don't know what they are. Money well spent!!!!